469 Homer Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2821, USA


Property Overview:

This is an authentic Craftsman bungalow built in 1908 by Charles E. Hodges, one of Palo Alto’s earliest architects and the University Architect of Stanford University. The home holds historical significance under Criterion 2 (representative of an important architectural style or way of life) and Criterion 5 (notable architect/building).

  • Not currently listed on the Palo Alto Historic Inventory (may have restrictions).
  • Multifamily zoning (RM-30), previously used for fraternity/sorority housing.
  • Size: Approximately 1,420–1,447 sq. ft.

Property Features:

  • Exterior: Entirely clad in shingles.
  • Interior:
    • Plaster walls.
    • Hardwood floors on the main level (original in some rooms).
  • Front Porch: Partially converted to a sunroom off the living room.
  • Flexible-Use Room: Former formal dining room now serves as an office or bedroom with an adjoining bonus bath.
  • Roof: Replaced around 2020 with permit.

Investment & Use Options:

  • Zoned for fraternity/sorority use, allowing for flexible occupancy:
    • Single-family residence
    • Investment property for multiple rentals

Location Benefits:

  • Prime downtown Palo Alto location.
  • Two blocks from University Avenue.
  • Minutes to Stanford University.
  • Superb walkability to shops, dining, and campus.

Additional Notes:

  • Historical significance may result in future restrictions despite not being on the historic inventory.
  • Recent upgrades include a permitted roof replacement.

Price and Status History

date type price
2024-06-18 Pending NaN
2024-06-19 For Sale 2798000
2024-06-28 Pending NaN
2024-07-30 Sold 2850000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
OREGON EXPWY UNDERPASS & Oregon Expressway, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD982399800 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 0 30
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 1 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
San Andreas - Peninsula Mindego Hill 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 2
San Andreas - Peninsula Woodside 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 3

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0

Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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Airplane Noise by Hour x Weekday

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